WILD PATINA'S FAVORITES

A Collection of What We Truly Love 

Sustainability isn’t something we perfect—it’s something we practice. This space is where we share the films, brands and small shifts that shape how we approach thoughtful celebrations and everyday living.

– Documentaries that inspire
– Sustainable companies we trust
– Simple tips that make eco-living feel doable

Take what inspires you. Leave what doesn’t. Every little bit counts.

Documentaries

These are the films that shaped how we think about sustainability—not as perfection, but as awareness.

They remind us why choosing to rent, reuse, and rethink how we move through life matters.

Big Picture: Our Planet & Climate

Our Planet - A visually stunning look at Earth’s ecosystems and why protecting them matters.

Before the Flood - A powerful, accessible intro to climate change and global impact.

David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet - A deeply personal reflection on environmental loss—and hope.

Food, Farming & Sustainability

Kiss the Ground - Hopeful and solution-focused on regenerative agriculture.

The Biggest Little Farm - A beautiful story of building a sustainable farm from scratch.

Seaspiracy - Explores the environmental impact of fishing.

Consumption, Waste & Fast Living

The True Cost - A must-watch on the hidden impact of fast fashion.

Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things - Challenges the idea that more = better.

Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy - A deeper look at consumer culture and overconsumption.

Lifestyle & Everyday Change

2040 - A refreshing, optimistic take on what a sustainable future could look like.

No Impact Man - One family’s experiment in low-impact living.

The Game Changers - Focuses on plant-based living and performance.

Products We Use

These are the brands we come back to—again and again.
Not because they’re perfect, but because they’re trying.

They inspire how we source, how we design, and how we think about sustainability—not as a trend, but as a practice.

Thoughtful Consumption

Everlane - Timeless, transparent, and thoughtfully made—Everlane is a reminder that everyday clothing can be both beautiful and responsibly produced.

Salvation Army Goodwill  Estate Sales.net - Shopping secondhand is one of the most sustainable choices we can make—and one we return to often.

Osea Malibu - Simple skin care with plant-based formulas rooted in the power of the sea.

Composed Living — A thoughtfully curated shop with eco-friendly home goods and a mission rooted in giving back. We love donating gently used pieces here—it’s part of a more intentional cycle.

Looking to donate? Their website has one of the most helpful, clearly organized donation lists we’ve found.

Low Waste Home Products

Unni Compostable - Compostable bags for food scraps, trash, and daily use—small changes that reduce waste in the most practical way.

Shadazzle -Our go-to for restoring vintage pieces—Shadazzle brings glass, silver, and well-loved finds back to life.

Dirty Labs -Our go-to for vintage linens—gentle, effective, and somehow powerful enough to handle real life (including high school athletic uniforms!).

Simple Shifts

Sustainable living isn’t about perfection—it’s about momentum.

Wild Patina Blog

The Blog - Not perfection—just progress. Explore small, meaningful shifts that make sustainable living feel doable and beautiful.